Jr. Estimator (Buildings) – Surrey, British Columbia

Jacob Bros Co; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Plan

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

3 weeks vacation

North America trip award

Job summary

Jacob Bros is seeking a Buildings Estimator to provide cost estimates for institutional, commercial, industrial and residential projects in BC. This 100% office-based role focuses on complete bid cycle estimation, takeoffs, and value engineering, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely submissions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least one year of estimating experience, with proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid, CAD, Bluebeam, and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 1+ years estimating experience in industrial, commercial or institutional construction.
• HSCS Heavy Bid software CAD/Bluebeam/MS Project familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates by analyzing specs, proposals and docs.
• Assist bid strategies for tender projects and assess risks.
• Determine scopes and perform takeoffs from drawings and specs.
• Review final estimates for alignment with schedules and goals.
• Support design options and value engineering based on cost.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cost estimation

Collaboration

Deadline-driven

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

CAD

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Join us and build what matters for BC.

Jacob Bros is now hiring a Buildings Estimator to provide cost estimates for institutional, commercial, industrial and residential projects.

Please note this position is 100% office based.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares estimates for projects by analyzing specifications, proposals, and other relevant documentation, ensuring accuracy throughout the full-cycle bid process.
• Assists in developing bid strategies for competitive tender projects, providing technical input on project and contract risks.
• Accurately determines scopes of work and conceptual estimates by drawing on experience, reviewing proposal specifications, and attending pre-bid meetings.
• Calculates complete takeoff of scopes of work, including material quantity requirements from drawings.
• Assists in reviewing final estimates to ensure alignment with project schedules and cost goals.
• Assists with design review options and recommends the best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability.
• Works with a team to develop value engineering options for clients.Assists the proposal department with key technical project information so that proposals and submissions can be completed on time.
• Maintains and develops strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 1+ years estimating experience in the industrial, commercial and institutional construction industry.
• Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software, familiarity with CAD, Bluebeam and MS Project Suite.
• Advanced knowledge of local construction materials and techniques.
• Demonstrated history of successful bid results in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada.

Your Rewards:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Matched RRSP contribution
• Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program
• Three weeks vacation
• New 50,000 square foot office and maintenance facility in South Surrey with full gym and on-site personal trainer
• 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
• Eligibility for $2000 Referral Bonus Program

About Jacob Bros:

At Jacob Bros, our team of talented construction professionals is taking on some the most challenging projects in British Columbia's construction industry.

We are one of BC’s largest and most respected construction organizations, offering construction services in a variety of markets including heavy civil construction, major public infrastructure, and industrial, commercial, institutional and residential projects.

Jacob Bros has proudly served every major sector of Western Canada’s construction industry since 2008, and has been consistently recognized as a BC Top Employer.

Jacob Bros employs over 300 construction professionals, including staff and craft employees.